Law, 'Bud' (Kenneth Oliver) Sunday, 30 Sep 2007
Port Hardy, BC
January 4, 1925 - September 30, 2007
It is with tremendous love, respect and admiration that we announce the peaceful passing of our father on September 30, 2007.
Family was the most important part of Bud’s life.
His big heart, warm smile, great sense of humour, plentiful stories, his passion for aviation, photography and the outdoors will shine in the hearts of family and friends forever.
Bud proudly served his country during World War II in the RCAF in both Canada and Europe with the 430 Squadron and 39 R Wing from 1943 to 1946. After returning from his service, Bud held a long career in the insurance business. In 1970 he left city life and moved his family closer to the outdoors that he loved. Residing in, and working at the mill in Telegraph Cove. After the mill closed Bud continued working in the logging industry for many years as Firewarden for Crown Zellerbach in Kokish, B.C. retiring early due to health concerns in 1989.
Bud is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Reni, children Keith, Kim and Pamela. Grandchildren Kate, Tyler, Matt, and Tamara. Spouses of his children Betty, Shari and Randy and numerous nieces and nephews, and friends.
Bud was the third of 5 children born to Kenneth and Gwenne Law of Winnipeg. He was pre-deceased by his father and mother, sister Phoebe, sister Vernie and brother Jack.
No service by request. If friend’s desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation.
A Veteran’s Honouring Luncheon, kindly being performed by the Royal Canadian Legion will be announced for a future date.
‘High Flight’
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth
And danced the skies on laughter silvered wings.
Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
Of sun split clouds ........” Bud -- You are lovingly remembered & never forgotten.
Barrett, Dorothy May Monday, 17 Sep 2007
Port Hardy, BC
May, 29 1918 ~ September 17, 2007
passed away peacefully at the age of 89.
What I would really like to be
Is what my mother is to me
To her I can always talk
About which paths I should walk
And I’d surely take a bet
That she’s the oldest teenager yet.
To light a fire upon the shore
She would ask for nothing more.
Fishing in our favorite creek
We try to go once a week
80 lb. line and a stick
She couldn’t cast far but she pulled in quick
A Christmas tree upon the bluff
Up to get it we did puff
Too big to get on board
Of firewood there’d be many a cord.
A dance hall floating, burning bright
It was quite an awesome sight
Two teenagers in a boat of blue
An unknown compliment they pay to you
All these things and more we’ve done
God, we’ve had so much fun.
All the time when I look back
A smile is what I never lack.
For though there have been times of blue
I never think of them with you.
Flanagan, Aidan Lawrence Wednesday, 12 Sep 2007
Port Hardy, BC
Taken tragically and suddenly on September 12th, 2007. He was pre-deceased by his maternal grandparents Viola and Elmer Biggar. Aidan is survived and will be lovingly missed by the love of his life Heather McNabb, his parents Merry-Anne and Mitch, his grandmother Pat Flanagan and grandfather Richard (Lisa) Flanagan, his brothers Erin James and Sarah Wotypka, and Clinton Allan and Rhiannon Richards, his cousins Myra and Sean, Korey and Medea, Dennis, Elizabeth, Amanda and Richard, Chelsea, Matt and Riley and Amber as well as his aunts and uncles; Linda and Terry, Judy and Rick, , Rick, Jade, Ian and Susan, Linda and John, Kelly, Cathy, Katelynd and Jamie and his great aunt Sharon and uncle Cal. Aidan was considering joining the Army Reserves. He worked as a delivery driver for Panago Pizza, worked up at Mt. Washington in winter and was upgrading credits at grade 12 to go on to trade school. In his leisure time he enjoyed snowboarding in winter and fishing and swimming in summer. Aidan was larger than life, his smile could charm anyone even mom and Dr. Carpenter. He cared about the environment and all his friends were important to him. A Memorial Service was held at G.P. Vanier High School in Courtenay on Thursday, September 20th, 2007 at 4 P.M.
Arrangements entrusted to COMOX VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE, COURTENAY. In lieu of flowers, donations made to G.P. Vanier High School for a memorial bursary in Aidan’s name to help to help a student in need for trade school would be appreciated.
Syrajala, Harri Eerik Friday, 28 Mar 2008
Port Hardy, BC
Harri Eerik Syrjala, born Oct. 23, 1961 in Alert Bay, B.C., passed away in his sleep at home, on Friday, 28th of March 2008. He is survived by his loving mother Aune Syrjala, his brother Henry Syrjala and his wife Glenda.
Harri will be missed by his family and friends in Sointula, as well as many relative in Finland.
Harri was a fisherman and his boat, Lady Josephine, was his second home. He loved to fish and was very happy to share the catch with others who couldn’t go fishing.
Harri loved the forest, and picked mushrooms and wild cranberries in the fall with his mother. As well, he enjoyed cutting and selling firewood and hunting.
On his off-time, Harri could be found with his friends, singing and playing his much loved guitar.
There is no service due to his request. Cremation.
Even if a heart is made of purest gold,
It will still tire and fade away.
— You’ll be missed —
Rosner, Erika O. Friday, 18 May 2007
Kitimat, BC
Erika was born in Nuernberg/Germany. She immigrated to Canada in 1955 and came to Kitimat in 1956. She loved the Kitimat Valley at first sight. and was happy to live out her life here.
Born November 10, 1931, Erika passed away after a long illness with Parkinson on May 18, 2007.
The family would like to thank all those who helped care for her over the years.
As per Erika’s request, there will be no funeral service.
Handrahan (McGilvery), Donna-Lynne Marie Saturday, 12 May 2007
Kitimat, BC
January 13, 1960 - May 12, 2007
We regret to announce the sudden passing of Donna-Lynne Marie Handrahan, formerly of Kamloops, of late residing in Kitimat.
Leaving behind to mourn her passing are three daughters, Michelle (Matt), Ashley and Kaitlyn; and granddaughter, Dylan Rae.
Also surviving is father Patrick McGilvery (Betti), Mother Paulette (McGilvery) Gagnon; and sisters Kim (Glen), Cheryl and Colleen.
Donna-Lynne will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her friends and family.
A memorial service was held on May 22, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Kitimat
Weir, Clifford Edward Saturday, 12 May 2007
Kitimat, BC
Memorial Service Clifford Edward Weir tragically killed in Fort Nelson, B.C. on Saturday, May 12, 2007.
Survived by his loving wife Denise; daughter Jana; son Justin; mother Marion; brothers Steve (Betti), Greg (Shannon); sister Nicole (Len); father and mother in-law Fred and Lenore Dunn; many nieces and nephews and friends.
Predeceased by father Grant and brother Michael.
Service for Cliff held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Kitimat on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at 1:30 pm. Father Chris, officiate, from Annunciation Catholic Church in Prince Rupert, B.C.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Notheisz, Martin Wednesday, 09 May 2007
Kitimat, BC
January 28, 1929 to May 9, 2007
A quiet, hard working, private man who loved his garden, cars and cats.
Martin came to work for Alcan in 1956 and continued at Alcan until his retirement in 1990.
Martin leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Sheila; brother John (Maralynne) of Chilliwack, BC; sister Hannalore (Werner) Hockner of Austria; brother in-law Iain MacKay (Lisbet) of Vancouver, BC; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is pre-deceased by his parents Maria and Johan Notheisz of Austria and youngest brother Manfred (Barbara) of Kitimat.
Special thanks to Dr. Botha and all the staff in acute care and multi-level care for making Martin’s last days as comfortable and happy as possible.
Thank you to friends and neighbours who made this time much less stressful than I ever expected. Special thanks to Margaret Irvine for all her support and help at this sad time.
As per Martin’s wish, there will be no funeral service.
